Mediation And Conciliation In Conflict Resolution

Abstract

Although mediation and conciliation are essentially the same, conciliation has not developed much in our nation; instead, courts favour mediation centres and Lok Adalat. These two names are clearly similar however, they are different in a few aspects.

 Mediation is an alternative conflict resolve in a way disagreement is resolved out of court. The process of mediation involves negotiation with assistance from both parties. Court-referred mediation and private mediation are the two forms of mediation. The parties controlled how the mediation procedure turned out.

Conciliation is an informal process that is a type of alternative conflict resolution strategy that involves resolving disputes without going to court. Conciliation is a chosen by both disputing parties to mediates their disagreement, and the conciliator attempts to do so. Section 64 of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act of 1996 specifies the appointment of a conciliator. No such thing as an odd or even number of conciliators exists. Conciliators must adhere to three principles: justice, objectivity, and fairness. They are always unbiased and independent. 62 Section of 1996 Arbitration and Conciliation Act outlines the conciliation process.

stressful method of resolving conflicts and frequently produces more amicable settlements.

Quicker Procedure Family mediation typically takes less time than going to court. Family mediation can take a few days to a few weeks, whereas the court process could take several months or even years.